Which of the following is NOT a factor in how urbanization increases the incidence of landslides? A) Trees and grasses are removed, leaving the land susceptible to erosion. B) Roads are constructed altering the permeability of the land. C) Buildings are placed on slopes, increasing the weight on the slope. D) Roads are cut at the base of slopes increasing instability. E) Flood control measures prevent river flooding, which increases the incidence of landslides.

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Flood control measures mentioned in option E can prevent river flooding, but in the absence of regular floods, the soil and slopes are not replenished with sediment deposits, which leads to instability which increase the incidence of landslides. A, B, C, and D are all factors that contribute to the increase in landslides during urbanization.

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